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Rhode Island food and wine scene heats up

Rhode Island food and wine scene heats up

Summer began with a big week in hospitality here in Rhode Island, as the the “Oscars of the food world,” the James Beard Foundation Awards, were handed out on June 16 in ­Chicago. It has almost come to be expected that we have a winner from Rhode...

Rhode Island Weather Forecast for July 4, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

Rhode Island Weather Forecast for July 4, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Independence Day 7/4/25: A brilliant day for July 4th celebrations, warm and dry with a little breeze as high pressure settles in behind the chaotic storms of yesterday. High in the low 80’s after a morning low in...

NBC 10 I-Team: Rhode Island's housing crisis forcing more pets into shelters

NBC 10 I-Team: Rhode Island's housing crisis forcing more pets into shelters

(WJAR) — Rhode Island's housing crisis is now driving another dilemma—an increase in surrendered and abandoned pets. Animal shelters statewide are grappling with the issue as unclaimed strays are released from their homes or even left inside after...

Business Beat:  Washington Trust Named Rhode Island’s Best-in-State Bank by Forbes, 7th Year

Business Beat: Washington Trust Named Rhode Island’s Best-in-State Bank by Forbes, 7th Year

Washington Trust Named Rhode Island’s Best-In-State Bank by Forbes for Seventh Year Washington Trust has been recognized as Rhode Island’s Best-In-State Bank for 2025 by Forbes, marking the seventh consecutive year the bank has appeared on the...

Evolution enters Rhode Island market through new partnership with Bally’s

Evolution enters Rhode Island market through new partnership with Bally’s

The deal marks Evolution’s presence in all seven US states offering online casino gaming and includes exclusive live dealer Blackjack tables for Bally’s in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. By Shaan Khan Key points: - Evolution launches slot games in...

Rhode Island man arrested in Connecticut for his involvement in street takeover

Rhode Island man arrested in Connecticut for his involvement in street takeover

The Ansonia Police Department arrested Matthew Kinney, 21, of Rhode Island, on Monday for his involvement in the street takeover that occurred in the city in April. ANSONIA, Conn. — A fourth arrest has been made in connection to a street takeover...

Will Taylor Swift celebrate the 4th of July in Rhode Island this year?

Will Taylor Swift celebrate the 4th of July in Rhode Island this year?

As Rhode Islanders get ready for Fourth of July weekend, the same questions are on everyone's mind – where and when to catch a fireworks show, how to attend the Bristol parade and whether or not Rhode Island's favorite celebrity homeowner Taylor...

In Rhode Island, women-led ventures are redefining adventure and innovation – Part 2 

In Rhode Island, women-led ventures are redefining adventure and innovation – Part 2 

Welcome to Part 2 of a 2-part Series featuring the voices and origin stories of a few Adventure and Experience Women Entrepreneurs who are making Rhode Island even more fun and exciting for both residents and visitors alike. In WUN “Women Business...

Rhode Island May Have Found a Backdoor to Ban Your Guns

Rhode Island May Have Found a Backdoor to Ban Your Guns

Rhode Island, a state that has largely been spared from high-profile gun violence, has passed a unique form of an 'assault weapons' ban. It does not prevent the possession of an 'assault weapon' but the sale, manufacturing, and distribution of...

Rhode Island health officials recommend closing swimming area due to high bacteria

Rhode Island health officials recommend closing swimming area due to high bacteria

Terrence Gray, Director | Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment Terrence Gray, Director | Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Division of Agriculture and Forest...

Townies pitcher is the undisputed ace of Rhode Island

Townies pitcher is the undisputed ace of Rhode Island

By Ethan Hartley If you were forced to come up with a single word to sum up the 2025 campaign that senior Townies pitcher Dylan Annicelli just put together, there’s really only one choice in the dictionary. Dominate. And while you might not...

Rhode Island pharmacy benefit manager suit moved to federal court

Rhode Island pharmacy benefit manager suit moved to federal court

Rhode Island’s assault weapon ban offers a peek into why such laws are difficult to pass

Rhode Island’s assault weapon ban offers a peek into why such laws are difficult to pass

By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Passing a new law restricting assault weapons took Rhode Island lawmakers more than 10 years, but it may offer a road map to other states looking to ease the proliferation of such...

Weather cancels some fireworks shows in RI. See list

Weather cancels some fireworks shows in RI. See list

This story has been updated with more information about the weather and what shows are cancelled. Many towns around Rhode Island are kicking off their 4th of July celebrations (and the long weekend) one day early with firework shows on July 3....

Vote for Rhode Island's top boys high school multisport athlete

Vote for Rhode Island's top boys high school multisport athlete

Three-sport high school athletes aren't extinct but they certainly are on the endangered species list. There was an era when every school’s best athletes played a sport in every season. Now, with their parents being brainwashed by AAU and club...

Rhode Island FC Looks To Build Off Offensive Success Against Birmingham Legion FC

Rhode Island FC Looks To Build Off Offensive Success Against Birmingham Legion FC

Rhode Island FC is back home for a match Saturday against Birmingham Legion FC. RIFC earning a victory over Portland in Pawtucket last weekend, 4-1. Albert Dikwa’s hat trick highlighting an offensive outburst for the team in the win. Head coach...

Rhode Island Weather Forecast for July 3, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

Rhode Island Weather Forecast for July 3, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Showers and thunderstorms later in the day as a cold front presses in from the northwest, but not before a brilliant morning and afternoon. Morning lows in the upper 60’s and afternoon highs in the low 90’s with a...

How Rhode Island finally pushed a partial assault weapons ban over the finish line

How Rhode Island finally pushed a partial assault weapons ban over the finish line

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Passing a new law restricting assault weapons took Rhode Island lawmakers more than 10 years, but it may offer a road map to other states looking to ease the proliferation of such firearms. For advocates, the fight is a...

How Rhode Island finally pushed a partial assault weapons ban over the finish line

How Rhode Island finally pushed a partial assault weapons ban over the finish line

Subdivide & Prosper: How Rhode Island Homeowners Are Unlocking Hidden Equity in Their Yards – Emilio DiSpirito

Subdivide & Prosper: How Rhode Island Homeowners Are Unlocking Hidden Equity in Their Yards – Emilio DiSpirito

By Emilio DiSpirito | Private Office Advisor, Engel & Völkers East Greenwich & Barrington East Bay Most homeowners believe property value lies solely in the structures on their land—but often, the real opportunity is hidden in the lot itself....

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